Job Description

Accountants, don’t get lost in the numbers! Our client has an immediate opportunity for Senior Accountants  and  Staff Accountants. Instead of being another faceless resume, let Vaco advocate for you. At Vaco, we give you an  advantage over your competition ! Our recruiters have direct relationships with hiring managers so they can connect your work experience to the open job— promoting your strengths  to the manager while preparing you for that specific interview.

Our recruiters will provide you with  great insight  about trends in the market—keeping you up to date on compensation expectations, company culture and  growth opportunities . If your background is in accounting, and you want to partner with the best, apply today!

Whether you are a Senior or Staff Accountant, you will play an integral role in accurately preparing our client’s accounting records and performance.

As a  Senior Accountant  your typical day may involve:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Reporting & Analysis

   • Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
   • Conduct variance analyses, providing detailed explanations for differences between actual and budgeted figures.

2. General Ledger Management

   • Oversee and manage the general ledger, including posting journal entries, reconciling accounts, and maintaining supporting documentation.
   • Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records by performing monthly and quarterly reconciliations.

3. Month-End Close Process

   • Lead aspects of the month-end close process, including preparing adjusting entries and reviewing reconciliations.
   • Collaborate with the accounting team to close the books on time and address any discrepancies or issues.

4. Internal Controls & Compliance

   • Assist in implementing and maintaining internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
   • Support audit preparation and provide documentation and analysis for external auditors.

5. Cross-Functional Support

   • Work with other departments to provide financial insights and ensure alignment on accounting policies and procedures.
   • Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and projects as needed to support management and operational initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or public accounting environment.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Oracle, SAP, NetSuite) and strong Excel skills.
• Knowledge: Solid understanding of GAAP and experience with general ledger functions.
• Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication skills are essential.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal .

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

Privacy Notice

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

• California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here .
• Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here .
• Residents of all other states may access our policies here .
• Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here .
• Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here .

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

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